Maintenance Tech Lead

Shaw Industries Ltd; Chickamauga (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries seeks a Maintenance Tech Lead to oversee installation and repair of electrical equipment, including PLCs and inverters. You will train technician‑electricians, manage preventive maintenance, and lead electrical projects across the plant.

You will respond to trouble calls, guide troubleshooting, and ensure safe, timely completion of all tasks while maintaining documentation and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have verifiable experience.
• Interpret schematics, prints and oral instructions; set up and programming of PLCs, inverters and related controls.
• Must use test equipment: DMMs, amp meters, Megger meters.
• Design, install, repair and maintain motors, drives, PLCs and related systems.
• Draw schematics and compile documentation for complex projects.
• Knowledge of computers, PLCs, HMI, inverters and electronics.
• Write and troubleshoot complex PLC programs.
• Know electrical trade practices and safety precautions.
• Diagnose and remedy maintenance problems.

Responsibilities

• Receive project assignments from supervisor and respond to trouble calls.
• Provide technical guidance and training to plant technician-electricians.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Oversee all electrical projects in the plant.
• Assist manufacturing during downtime and with cleanup as needed.
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion.
• Report quality and safety issues to management.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

HMI

Inverters

Electrical schematics

Mentoring technicians

Root cause analysis

Safety compliance

Tools

Ariba

EZ Entry/TPM

DMMs

Megger meters

Amp meters

HMI software

Job description

Oversee installation and repair of all electrical equipment. Be knowledgeable in programming and troubleshooting of all electrical equipment including, but not limited to, PLCs, inverters, and single loop controllers throughout the plant. Provide training and guidance to Technician-Electricians and Mechanics.

Job Title

Maintenance Tech Lead

Responsibilities

• Receive project assignments from supervisor and respond to trouble calls from production and other departments.
• Provide technical guidance and training to all plant technician-electricians.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Oversee all electrical projects in the plant.
• Assist manufacturing on downtime if necessary.
• Assist manufacturing with clean up if necessary.
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion.
• Report to management any quality and safety problems and potential production problems that are encountered while performing the job.
• Perform all job duties in a safe manner without bodily injury to self or others.
• Perform all related job duties and other responsibilities assigned by supervisor or department manager.
• Learn and use Ariba procurement system to order parts and supplies related to job needs.
• Learn and use EZ Entry/TPM system to set up and receive work instructions.

Requirements

• Must have verifiable experience.
• Must be able to interpret schematics, prints and oral instructions, set up and programming of complex PLC, inverter and other electrical applications, interpret electrical and mechanical situations to determine process failure, process need and process improvement.
• Must be able to use test equipment including, but not limited to, DMMs, amp meters, and Megger meters.
• Must be able to design, install, repair, replace and maintain motors, drives, controls, starters, lights, power, communication, PLC, and other related systems.
• Must be able to draw schematics and compile documentation for complex projects.
• Must have knowledge of computers, PLCs, HMI, inverters, and other electronics.
• Must be able to write and troubleshoot complex PLC programs.
• Know the practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment of the electrician’s trade.
• Know the hazards and safety precautions of all procedures.
• Know how to diagnose and remedy maintenance problems.

The candidate chosen for this position may be hired at an interim job title and interim pay rate if all training and testing requirements for the position have not been successfully completed prior to hire.

Preferred Skills

• Previous verifiable industrial electrical experience.
• Previous residential electrical experience.

Key Competencies

PLAN & ORGANIZE

• Effectively manage breakdown work based on the available resources (manpower, production priority, parts/materials, etc.).
• Use available resources to maximize department efficiency and minimize production downtime.
• Stay informed. Monitor and measure the progress of each breakdown/call to stay on top of any issues and prevent distractions from interfering with timely completion of repairs and/or troubleshooting.
• Ensure daily work order completion and accuracy (parts used, labor hours, descriptions, etc.).
• Be proactive. If breakdown calls are light, assign and complete non-breakdown/PM work orders for any lines that have been scheduled down during your shift.

COMMUNICATE

• Clearly communicate with production and maintenance supervisors during any and all breakdown work (estimated completion time, repair issues, etc.).
• Communicate clearly with the team to ensure that your expectations are understood and that they have all the necessary information to complete work efficiently and correctly the first time.
• Seek team member input and listen to team member concerns and adjust priorities accordingly.
• Motivate the team by creating a positive work environment that promotes trust and open communication.

DEMONSTRATE GOOD JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING

• Maintain a safe work environment at all times.
• Gather and interpret relevant data to ensure that the team has performed adequate troubleshooting and root cause analysis before and during repairs.
• Make systematic and logical decisions based on root cause analysis, available resources, and production needs.
• Collaborate with others to identify and generate alternative solutions and ensure the buy-in of all parties involved.

DRIVE RESULTS

• Set high goals and promote a standard of excellence through responsibility and accountability.
• Take prompt action to ensure goals are met.
• Provide encouragement and support to the team and reward those that exceed the standard.
• Identify and develop the team through mentoring and/or training.

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Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.